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Younger Murdoch Guards His Spot

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Jessica E. Vascellaro And

Russell Adams

July 19, 2011

As Rupert and James Murdoch on Tuesday confront the ire of Parliament and a public calling for their heads, the 80-year-old News Corp. CEO will be defining his legacy. The younger Mr. Murdoch will be defending his future.

For years, James has appeared to be News Corp.'s heir apparent. After his older brother, Lachlan, left the company in 2005, he was the only adult Murdoch working at News Corp. and rose rapidly in its ranks,...

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